After welcoming her daughter, Saraayah, last year, Kiara Advani has been on a maternity break, staying away from film announcements. Amid this, reports claimed she would headline a biopic on legendary actor Madhubala, produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. However, industry sources have now dismissed the rumours, calling the casting claims baseless. Kiara Advani not a part of Madhubala biopic A report by Variety claimed that, “The Madhubala biopic is back on track and will go on floors by the end of this year. Sanjay Leela Bhansali has come on board to produce, with Kiara Advani starring in the lead role.” However, a source from inside the film industry has stated to HT City that there is no truth to the reports. The source said, “There is absolutely no truth to the reports currently circulating about Kiara Advani being cast in a Madhubala biopic produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. The claims are completely baseless.” Kiara Advani’s upcoming movies The actress will next be seen in Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups with Yash. The film, directed by Geetu Mohandas, also stars Huma Qureshi, Nayanthara, Tara Sutaria and Rukmini Vasanth in pivotal roles. The trailer and the song Tabahi from the film were unveiled by the makers. The flick was earlier scheduled to release on March 19. However, the makers shared that due to West Asia tensions, they have postponed the release. It will now hit the screens on June 4. The makers issued a statement reading, “Just wanted to officially inform you that the trailer launch for Toxic, which was scheduled in Bangalore on March 8, has been cancelled as the film’s release has now been postponed to June 4. We’ll be in touch soon with fresh updates regarding the event.” Apart from this, a report in mid-day stated that the actress is all set to play the role of Meena Kumari in her biopic. Titled Kamal Aur Meena, it will mark not only Advani’s first real-life character but also her first film shoot since becoming a mother in July. The project will roll in the first half of 2026. It was on July 16, 2025, that Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara officially announced the arrival of their baby girl, admitting that their “world” has “forever changed.”
07 March,2026 07:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentFilmmaker Hansal Mehta has showered praise on Suresh Triveni’s newly released action drama Subedaar, calling it a bold and refreshing take on the classic mass entertainer. The film features Anil Kapoor in the lead, alongside Radhika Madan as Shyama, Aditya Rawal as Prince, Mona Singh as Babli Didi, with Faisal Malik and Saurabh Shukla in pivotal roles. Hansal Mehta praises Subedaar Sharing his thoughts after watching the film, Hansal Mehta noted that Triveni revisits the spirit of classic Hindi cinema while giving it a contemporary voice. He said the filmmaker taps into the raw rage and emotional intensity that once defined the ‘angry young man’ era, evoking shades of films like Zanjeer and Deewar. What impressed him was that such a film comes from Triveni, a director known for tonally different works like Tumhari Sulu and Jalsa. He called it an unexpected but welcome departure from the director’s usual storytelling space. The filmmaker also appreciated Triveni for stepping outside his comfort zone. According to Mehta, the director pays homage to the unapologetic 80s style of filmmaking in his own unique way, combining smart writing with strong performances. Along with Anil Kapoor, Mehta had special praise for Radhika Madan’s performance in the film. He shared, “Radhikka Madan deserves better than what our cinema has given her so far, better parts, better films, more opportunities. As the feisty but internally wounded daughter, she does not shy away from ugliness in service of her character. That is courage. That is craft.” With powerful performances and a director willing to experiment beyond his comfort zone, Subedaar is already sparking conversations among cinema lovers. About Subedaar Subedaar follows the tumultuous journey of Subedaar Arjun Maurya, a retired soldier struggling to find peace in a changing world where the values he once lived by are increasingly challenged. The film shows Anil Kapoor in one of his most compelling performances, fighting against crime and corruption while navigating fractured family ties as he stands by what is right. He takes on a ruthless new adversary, while his strained relationship with his daughter Shyama deepens the emotional stakes. Set in the heartland of India, the film is a cinematic, gritty and intense exploration of honour in the midst of societal decay. The film also stars Saurabh Shukla, Aditya Rawal, Faisal Malik and Mona Singh in pivotal roles. It is currently streaming exclusively on Prime Video.
07 March,2026 06:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSinger-rapper Badshah has found himself in the middle of a controversy following the release of his latest Haryanvi song Tateeree. The track has faced criticism over its allegedly objectionable lyrics. After an FIR was registered against him, the singer has finally broken his silence on the ongoing controversy, saying that he never had any intention of hurting the people of Haryana through his lyrics. Badshah reacts to Tateeree song controversy Responding to the growing backlash, Badshah, in an Instagram video, said, “My song Tateeree has been released, and I have seen that its lyrics and visual representation have hurt many people, especially the sentiments of my own people from Haryana.” Highlighting his family roots in Haryana, Badshah continued, “Main khud Haryana se hoon. Jo log mujhe jaante hai, woh jaante hai ki meri boli, mera khan-paan, mera rehen-sehen, meri pehchaan Haryana se hai. Main ek proud Haryanvi hoon. Mera kabhi aisa koi iraada nahi tha ki main Haryana ke kisi bachon, kisi aurat ke baare mein aise baat kahun. (I am from Haryana. Those who know me know that my language, my food, my lifestyle, and my identity are from Haryana. I am a very proud Haryanvi. I never had any intention to talk ‘such things’ about any child or woman of Haryana).” View this post on Instagram A post shared by BADSHAH (@badboyshah) The rapper spoke about his music genre, explaining how hip-hop lyrics are often targeted toward competitors and not any child or woman. He concluded the video by apologising for hurting people's sentiments. “I hope that you will consider me as a son of Haryana, as your own son, and forgive me,” Badshah said. LOC issued against Badshah Meanwhile, an FIR has been registered against Aditya Pratik Singh Sisodia, aka Badshah, and a process has also been initiated to issue a Look Out Circular (LOC) against him. A notice has also been issued asking Badshah to appear before the police, while teams have been continuously carrying out raids to arrest him, the police confirmed in a tweet. Tateeree song vulgar lyrics Earlier this week, objections were raised against Badshah's latest song Tateeree over its allegedly objectionable lyrics. The Haryana State Commission for Women (HSCW) took suo motu cognizance of the matter and issued official summons. According to the police, the video depicts minor girls wearing school uniforms throwing away their school bags and appearing to run away from their studies. The use of words such as “Badshala” in the song has also been found to portray the school environment and education in a misleading and inappropriate manner. Furthermore, objectionable and derogatory expressions towards women and girls have also been identified in the lyrics.
07 March,2026 06:10 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPrime Original movie Subedaar is taking Indian storytelling to the global stage. Kicking off this global showcase, the recently premiered action-drama lit up the iconic screens of Times Square — one of the world’s most recognizable commercial intersections. Subedaar lights up Times Square View this post on Instagram A post shared by anilskapoor (@anilskapoor) Headlined by Anil Kapoor, the movie has been receiving praise for its powerful performances and immersive cinematic experience. Known for hosting some of the biggest international entertainment campaigns and blockbuster promotions, Times Square remains one of the most coveted stages for global launches — making Subedaar’s presence there a significant milestone for Indian storytelling. The larger-than-life display marks a proud moment for Indian cinema as the movie makes a striking impression on a global platform. Aditya Rawal recalls Anil Kapoor's advice in Subedaar Recalling an experience during an action sequence with Anil Kapoor, when he was hesitant to perform a move in front of the Bollywood titan, Aditya shared, "There was an action scene, and I have to kind of like raise my hand (on him) and I was a bit hesitant because it is Anil Kapoor in front of me. Sir sensed my hesitation and simply put his arm around me and said, 'Tu tension mat le zara bhi tu kar jo tujhe sahi lagta hai...hum ek baar karenge sahi se karenge ekdam'...That liberated me completely and gave me the confidence to perform that scene. That could only happen because of his experience and generosity." Aditya also recalled what his father, Paresh Rawal, told him while he was going to share the screen space with Anil Kapoor. "He just said that you're going to have the time of your life working with Mr. Anil Kapoor, because the passion that he has will motivate you, and you will get to learn so much from him. I'm sure you are going to come back with a smile on your face," shared Aditya. About Subedaar A gritty and emotionally charged action-drama, Subedaar follows Subedaar Arjun Maurya, a retired soldier whose quiet civilian life is disrupted by a reckless act. Forced to step back into a world of chaos, he must confront crime, corruption, and moral conflict to protect his family and reclaim his honour. Directed by Suresh Triveni, Subedaar is produced by Vikram Malhotra, Anil Kapoor, and Triveni. The movie also stars Radhikka Madan alongside Saurabh Shukla, Aditya Rawal, Faisal Malik, Mona Singh, and Khushboo Sundar in pivotal roles. Subedaar premiered exclusively on Prime Video on March 5 in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu across India and in over 240 countries and territories worldwide.
07 March,2026 02:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAlthough Vadh 2 was largely praised for Sanjay Mishra and Neena Gupta's performances, another actor who quietly had his share of relevance to the narration was Amitt K Singh, who played the investigating officer, Ateeth Singh. When he sat with mid-day for a candid chat, we asked him about the film, his career and more. Here are some excerpts from the conversation... Amitt K Singh about his career gap When asked about a gap in his career, he says, "I would not say very selective. There was a gap. After Ziddi Dil Maane Na, I could not take any work for almost a year because I lost my dad that year. So, I was not able to focus on work and could not take on any work. And then I got back to Bombay, and I started auditioning." He admits being a little selective, saying, "But yes, I have one thing in mind that I will not do anything. I'll do something which I can relate to. It's always better to wait for the right opportunity rather than do anything just for the heck of it. Instead of doing just anything that does not make you happy. Happiness is the only purpose of life. If you're doing something and it does not make you happy, then you should not do it. "So I take some time, I look for challenges. That's what I keep in mind. There are several desperate moments where you feel like doing it, but I just wait it out. I think, 'It's okay, if I'm closing this small door, another big door will open for me in the future," he concludes. Amitt K Singh on working with Sanjay Mishra, Neena Gupta Amitt also spoke about working with Neena Gupta and Sanjay Mishra in Vadh 2. He admits, "I was a little concerned that I was going to work with them. They come with so many years of experience. An actor always puts himself in doubt if 'Am I good enough?', a kind of imposter syndrome. But once I met them and started working with them, it was all gone. They made me feel so comfortable. After that, I was really looking forward to starting my shoot and, you know, doing scenes with them." He adds, "Before I had done it, I used to think that it must be very intimidating to work with them. But when you work with good actors, it makes your work so easy. Earlier, I used to think that it must be very challenging to work with such big actors. But later, I just let myself go with the flow. But once I started talking to them and work with them, my misconceptions vanished that it is easy to work with great actors, it makes your job so easy."
07 March,2026 01:21 PM IST | Mumbai | Amarylisa GonsalvesActor Ashish Chowdhry shared that he spent a refreshing and meaningful day with veteran actor Jackie Shroff, and hinted that their conversation revolved around ideas connected to nature and sustainability. Taking to social media, Ashish posted a string of happy images of the two. In a few pictures, the two are seen laughing as they posed with Jackie’s signature “Bhidu paudha” neckpiece. He praised Jackie for his signature style, infectious energy, and his deep love for nature and the environment. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ashish Chowdhry (@ashishchowdhryofficial) “A needed day for my soul. My time with my one and only Jaggu Dada — with his trademark style, mad energy, over-flowing laughter and a whole lot of heart to each and every conversation,” Ashish wrote. He added: “Too much fun! Fully and beautifully pumped with his undeniable love for nature and the environment. Ufff. Sooo real. And so so cute!” The actor shared: “Truth is, green and climate-led projects aren’t just a trend anymore — they are the future. From infrastructure to energy to the way we build communities, everything will have to move in that direction. I totally get it. And I too want it. So here we are. With that legendary ‘Bhidu Pudha’ in my hand and apnabhidu by my side, some exciting thoughts and ideas are brewing…” Ashish has acted in many Hindi films and television productions. He is best known for portraying Boman in the comedies Dhamaal and Double Dhamaal. He even won Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 6. The actor was last seen in Kaushaljis vs Kaushal in 2025, a family drama film directed by Seemaa Desai. It stars Ashutosh Rana, Sheeba Chaddha, Pavail Gulati, and Isha Talwar in lead roles, with Brijendra Kala and Grusha Kapoor and Ashish Chaudhary. The story centers on a middle-aged couple whose decision to separate following their son's suggestion leads to upheaval in the family. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
07 March,2026 12:06 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSActor Khushi Kapoor has penned down a heartfelt note, extending birthday wishes to her elder sister Janhvi Kapoor. Khushi shared a carousel of pictures, capturing the sisters' childhood memories as well as some of them as adults. The childhood pictures offer a glimpse into their early life, highlighting their playful and strong bond. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ᴋʜᴜsʜɪ ᴋᴀᴘᴏᴏʀ (@khushikapoor) One of them also shows Janhvi and Khushi with their mother, the late Sridevi. In her caption, Khushi Kapoor wrote, "Happy birthday to my sister, my best friend, my advisor, my teacher and my partner in crime. Thank you for being the best human ever and helping in raising me in becoming the person that I am today. I'm nothing without you and I hope I'm stuck with you in every lifetime. I love you." Replying to the post, Janhvi wrote, "I love you the most forever." Marking her birthday on Friday, Janhvi made a spiritual trip to the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple in Andhra Pradesh on Friday. Taking to her Instagram handle, Janhvi shared pictures from her visit, showing her accompanied by her friends. For the occasion, Janhvi chose a simple yet beautiful traditional outfit in pink. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Janhvi Kapoor (@janhvikapoor) She also shared a glimpse from what appeared to be her birthday celebrations, surrounded by balloons, birthday caps and more. "Happy birthday to meeeeeee," she wrote. Notably, the Param Sundari star visited the revered shrine of Lord Venkateswara at the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple during the wee hours of Friday. She reached the temple barefoot. Birthday wishes have been pouring in for the actor from her fans, friends, and colleagues in the industry. On the work front, Janhvi will be seen sharing screen space with Ram Charan in Peddi. Written and directed by Buchi Babu Sana, Peddi also stars Shiva Rajkumar, Janhvi Kapoor, Divyendu Sharma, and Jagapathi Babu. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
07 March,2026 11:49 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIThe most-awaited trailer of Dhurandhar The Revenge is finally out, and it is explosive. After the breakthrough success of Dhurandhar at the box office, its promising instalment is set to arrive on March 19. Dhurandhar 2 trailer out The trailer showcases a formidable Ranveer Singh as Jaskirat Singh Rangi, who return with ferocious intensity in dual avatars. The narrative explores powerful character arcs, featuring R. Madhavan as the strategic mastermind Ajay Sanyal, Arjun Rampal in his chilling turn as ISI Major Iqbal, and Sanjay Dutt delivering raw, commanding force as SP Chaudhary Aslam. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jio Studios (@officialjiostudios) With high-octane action, razor-sharp dialogues, and scenes designed to ignite theatre-wide excitement, the trailer sets the tone for a revenge saga. The tagline, “Honsla. Eendhan. Badla,” hints at the epic revenge driving the sequel forward. About Dhurandhar 2 Dhurandhar: The Revenge is set to release in five languages, namely Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada. The spy-action thriller is written, directed and produced by Aditya Dhar and produced by Jyoti Deshpande and Lokesh Dhar. It will arrive in theatres worldwide on 19 March 2026, on the occasion of Gudi Padwa and Ugadi, and ahead of Eid. The paid previews will be available on March 18. The makers had earlier announced the title of the film's sequel as Dhurandhar: The Revenge, along with a poster offering a glimpse into the next chapter. Dhurandhar also stars R. Madhavan, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, and Arjun Rampal in pivotal roles along with Ranveer Singh. The film follows an undercover Indian intelligence spy who infiltrates Karachi's criminal syndicates and its political power systems to dismantle a terror network targeting India. Dhurandhar 2 is set to resume with Hamza Ali Mazhari (Ranveer Singh), an Indian undercover agent who has successfully infiltrated Pakistan's underworld in the first part. After taking down Rehman Dakait (Akshaye Khanna), Hamza ascends his throne, only to face his most formidable adversary yet, Major Iqbal (Sanjay Dutt), and the ISI mastermind known as Bade Sahab.
07 March,2026 11:27 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actor Arjun Kapoor wished his half-sister Janhvi Kapoor on her birthday on Friday by compiling a sweet post for her on the Stories section of her Instagram. The 2 States actor uploaded a goofy photo where Janhvi was seen posing with him in a short black dress, wearing stylish black shades, and carrying a handbag. Accompanying her, Arjun was seen holding a fake gun as he faced the camera donning a white pantsuit with a red shirt underneath. The text overlay on the photo read, "Through all the madness, chaos, and fun times, happy birthday janhvikapoor!!" In addition to Arjun, Janhvi's younger sister, Khushi Kapoor, also treated the netizens with some rare photos of the sister duo. She further shared a special birthday note for the Mili actress that went, "Happy birthday to my sister, my best friend, my advisor, my teacher and my partner in crime. Thank you for being the best human ever and helping in raising me in becoming the person that I am today. I’m nothing without you and I hope I’m stuck with you in every lifetime (red heart emoji) I love you (red heart emoji)". Arjun's sister and Janhvi and Khushi's half-sister, Anshula Kapoor, also dropped a picture of the three, with a sweet birthday wish that went, "Happy Birthday janhvikapoor. love you and all the ways you add chaos, love, fun and joy to our lives by just being upi hehe. I hope this year brings you joy that surprises you, peace that stays with you, and dreams that come truw in the best way." Other members from the film fraternity, such as Varun Dhawan, Kriti Sanon, Ram Charan, Rakul Preet Singh, and Sidharth Malhotra also wished the Dhadak actress on her special day. As has almost become a birthday ritual, Janhvi visited the holy Tirumala Venkateswara Temple on Friday to offer prayers on her birthday. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
07 March,2026 11:19 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSVeteran actress Neena Gupta took a trip down memory lane as she recalled the first television serial titled Dard, which she both acted in and produced back in 1993. Sharing the memory on Instagram, the actress spoke about how Dard marked a significant milestone in her career. She shared a glimpse of the show along with its title track playing in the backdrop. “The first serial I acted and produced in 1993 for Doordarshan,” Neena captioned the post. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Neena Gupta (@neena_gupta) Featuring Neena along with Kanwaljeet Singh, Shagufta Ali, Manohar Singh and Jatin Prithviraj Kapoor, to name a few, the show told the story of a rich, unmarried woman named Radha, who has a mysterious past. This serial depicts the emotional pain of Radha in her past and present and how she deals with it. Talking about Neena, she is known for her work in both arthouse and commercial films. She won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress for playing a young widow in Woh Chokri and for Uunchai. She starred in several television films, including Lajwanti and Bazar Sitaram, the latter of which won her the National Film Award for Best First Non-Feature Film of a Director. She was also seen in Saans and hosted the show Kamzor Kadii Kaun. She has appeared in several international films, including Gandhi in 1982, in which she played the niece of Mahatma Gandhi, and Merchant Ivory films, The Deceivers in 1988, Mirza Ghalib, and Cotton Mary. She also made an impression in Indian parallel cinema, including Mandi, Rihaee, Drishti, and Suraj Ka Satvan Ghoda. These performances further established her profile in Indian movies alongside her arthouse film contemporaries Rekha, Shabana Azmi, Smita Patil and Dimple Kapadia. In 2018, she saw a career resurgence for starring as a middle-aged pregnant woman in the comedy-drama Badhaai Ho. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
07 March,2026 11:10 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSRapper Badshah has found himself in trouble after a first information report (FIR) was registered against him in Haryana’s Panchkula district. The FIR was filed over the alleged obscenity, objectionable material that insult the dignity of women in his recently released Haryanavi song Tateeree. FIR filed against Badshah The case was reportedly registered at the Cyber Crime police station in Sector 20, Panchkula, on Friday after a resident, Abhay Choudhry, alleged that Badshah's song and its video had obscene and disrespectful elements, including objectionable language and inappropriate gestures. The complainant further alleged that the video also featured girls in school uniforms. This portrayal was objectionable and offensive, sending a negative message to society, the complainant claimed. Taking cognisance of the matter, the Haryana police have booked Aditya Prateek Singh Sisodia aka Badshah under Section 296 of BNS as well as Sections 3 and 4 of the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986. Tateeree faces criticism The track, released on March 1, has faced criticism over its alleged objectionable lyrics. The has also issued a formal summons. Amid the growing criticism, Haryana Minister Mahipal Dhanda has also reacted to the controversy saying such songs degrade the state's culture. Speaking to the media, Dhanda strongly condemned the song Tateeree as "inappropriate." He said, "This kind of singing, which is degrading Haryana's culture, is not appropriate. As soon as the matter came to light, the government immediately took a strong stand. The Chief Minister immediately ordered action against the accused, and an FIR has been filed against him. Furthermore, the Chief Minister has clearly ordered an investigation of the bus and its depot (filmed in the song). Strict action will also be taken against its driver and conductor..." Earlier on Friday, Haryana State Commission for Women (HSCW) chairperson Renu Bhatia noted that the panel has taken suo motu cognisance of the matter after receiving complaints that the song's lyrics are indecent and violate cultural boundaries and modesty. They have also issued official summons to the rapper. According to an official summons, the case concerns complaints filed against Badshah. The document has been addressed to the Superintendent of Police in Panipat, urging authorities to ensure the presence of all concerned parties during the scheduled hearing. The HSCW has scheduled a hearing on March 13, 2026, at 11:30 am. The proceedings will take place at the Conference Hall, DC Office in Panipat.
07 March,2026 10:10 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
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